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James Brown’s bassist 35 years.
Pass the Peas, Doin it to Death, Hot Pants, Make it Funky
@aguilaramp Artist
Contact: [email protected]

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@ddonthekeys with the soulful organ tones on the title track

Rise When Fallen Down
feat vocals from @fredthomasofthejbs

#risewhenfallendown #thegeneralsouls

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🏆 FOR YOUR GRAMMY® CONSIDERATION 🏆

@thegeneralsouls
RISE WHEN FALLEN DOWN

FOR BEST CHILDREN’S MUSIC ALBUM

Check out this incredible collection of music “Rise When Fallen Down”, a funk-filled children’s album inspired by the music, spirit, and legacy of @jamesbrown created to introduce the power of funk and soul to a new generation while inspiring kids to rise, move, sing, think, and believe in themselves.

Created by @gabrielglasscaplan and @djconnectofficial

The album features young musicians from the @jamesbrownacademy of Musik Pupils (JAMP) @jbjampband and is co-produced by Dr. Deanna Brown Thomas @jamesbrowndaughter of the @officialjamesbrownfamilyfdn and @fredthomasofthejbs bringing an authentic connection to the James Brown musical legacy together with a new generation of voices and musicians.

Produced by Dr. Deanna Brown Thomas, Jeremy Pholwattana, Gabriel Caplan, and Fred Thomas of The J.B.’s, Rise When Fallen Down features lead vocals from @billy_the_kid07 Fred Thomas, @brandithesinger @saunshine777 and Zaccavion Turk, with background vocals by Gabriel Caplan, Jeremy Pholwattana, Ashley Pholwattana, Madison Pholwattana, Giovanna Pholwattana, Alessia Pholwattana, Cooper Anderson, Emelia Anderson, Julide Anderson, Samantha Johnson, Jada Jenkins, Jadaha Middleton, and Aniyah Sapp.

The musicians bringing the funk to life include Gabriel Caplan, @danhayami @james_keith_jenkins @o_tsuyopon Jadaha Middleton @sokidrums Samantha Johnson, @rainking_sm @kao.ring Jada Jenkins, Lorenzo Robinson, @crmcbridemusic @kao.ring @dubmusiq @kazuyo_iriyama and @stephanie_old_

The album was engineered by @coopss Gabriel Caplan, Jeff Abell of @pulse_recording_studio and Jeremy Pholwattana, mixed and mastered by Cooper Anderson with additional mixers Gabriel Caplan and @kenlewisproducer Additional producers on the album are JAMP Maestro Daniel Sapp Jr. and Kieth Jenkins. @dubmusiq @james_keith_jenkins

To our fellow @recordingacademy voting members, we respectfully ask for your consideration. ❤️🎶

🏆 THE GENERAL SOULS
RISE WHEN FALLEN DOWN
FOR BEST CHILDREN’S MUSIC ALBUM

#fyc #grammys #bestchildrensalbum #thegeneralsouls #risewhenfallendown

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The daughter of the legendary Godfather of Soul, James Brown, Mrs. Deanna Brown Thomas, shares her thoughts on a special tribute to her father’s musical legacy through a funk-filled children’s album 🎶

🏆 FOR YOUR GRAMMY® CONSIDERATION 🏆

@thegeneralsouls
Rise When Fallen Down: A Funk Filled Children’s Album for GRAMMY® Consideration

@jamesbrown Tribute Album created by @gabrielglasscaplan @djconnectofficial @jamesbrowndaughter @officialjamesbrownfamilyfdn @jamesbrownacademy @jbjampband and @fredthomasofthejbs

Thank you for your consideration! ✊🏽 #jamesbrown #fyc #bestchildrensalbum #childrensalbum #grammys

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BTS FUNKSTICATION: “Keep It on the one” “Keeping Funk Alive”!!!
Catch @lilprincecharmin Friday 10/16/26 5pm performing live on the @nolafunkfest stage with ROBERT MERCURIO & CRAIG KLEIN PRESENTS FUNKSTICATION,
The Next Generation of Funk - Lead Vocals by Lil Prince Charmin performing together for the first time ever on the NOLA Funk Fest stage.
#nolafunkfest #funkfest

FUNKSTICATION THE BAND :
Bass - Robert Mercurio
Trombone - Craig Klein
Drums - Mason Tanner
Keys - Isaac Briare
Guitar - Dylan Fresehtte
Trumpet - Ben Delgado
Saxophone - Orlando Espanoza Martinez
Bari Sax - Luca Espino
Vocalist - Lil Prince Charmin

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This week at Radegast Hall. No cover. 21+.

Al Street
Manhattan School of Music graduate (1993–97) who served as a U.S. Jazz Ambassador to Syria, Venezuela, Peru, and Honduras. Performed and recorded with Daptone artists Sharon Jones, Lee Fields, and Charles Bradley, and played the Steely Dan Heavy Rollers tour.

Yusuke Yamamoto & Golden Monkeys
Brooklyn-based Japanese multi-instrumentalist (vibraphone, percussion, flute, keys) who performed on Broadway (FELA!) and more recently with TV On The Radio, and has recorded with Karen O of the Yeah Yeah Yeahs. Golden Monkeys blends world music, jazz, and exotica with joyful, sunny compositions.

Fred Thomas of The JB’s
James Brown’s principal bassist since 1971, appearing on “Hot Pants,” “Get on the Good Foot,” and “Papa Don’t Take No Mess.” A living legend of funk who now leads his own band through NYC venues, delivering JB hits alongside blues and soul classics.

SHARDÉA
New York-based DJ blending house, R&B, hip-hop, and pop into sets built for movement and mood. Known for smooth transitions and an instinctive feel for the crowd, SHARDÉA pulls from the rhythm and culture of her West Coast roots to create dance-floor moments that feel both soulful and electric.

Down North
Born out of NYC’s bluegrass scene, Down North is a progressive outfit who first found each other through local jam sessions and quickly developed a tight, intuitive chemistry. They blend the drive of traditional bluegrass with an evolving original sound.

Graphics by @slideeye.nyc

#brooklynlivemusic #nocover #williamsburg #freelivemusic #funk

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🏆 FOR YOUR GRAMMY® CONSIDERATION 🏆

@thegeneralsouls
RISE WHEN FALLEN DOWN

FOR BEST CHILDREN’S MUSIC ALBUM

I am incredibly proud to present “Rise When Fallen Down”, a funk-filled children’s album inspired by the music, spirit, and legacy of @jamesbrown created to introduce the power of funk and soul to a new generation while inspiring kids to rise, move, sing, think, and believe in themselves.

Created by @gabrielglasscaplan and @djconnectofficial

The album features young musicians from the @jamesbrownacademy of Musik Pupils (JAMP) @jbjampband and is co-produced by Dr. Deanna Brown Thomas @jamesbrowndaughter of the @officialjamesbrownfamilyfdn and @fredthomasofthejbs bringing an authentic connection to the James Brown musical legacy together with a new generation of voices and musicians.

Produced by Dr. Deanna Brown Thomas, Jeremy Pholwattana, Gabriel Caplan, and Fred Thomas of The J.B.’s, Rise When Fallen Down features lead vocals from @billy_the_kid07 Fred Thomas, @brandithesinger @saunshine777 and Zaccavion Turk, with background vocals by Gabriel Caplan, Jeremy Pholwattana, Ashley Pholwattana, Madison Pholwattana, Giovanna Pholwattana, Alessia Pholwattana, Cooper Anderson, Emelia Anderson, Julide Anderson, Samantha Johnson, Jada Jenkins, Jadaha Middleton, and Aniyah Sapp.

The musicians bringing the funk to life include Gabriel Caplan, @danhayami @james_keith_jenkins @o_tsuyopon Jadaha Middleton @sokidrums Samantha Johnson, @rainking_sm @kao.ring Jada Jenkins, Lorenzo Robinson, @crmcbridemusic @kao.ring @dubmusiq @kazuyo_iriyama and @stephanie_old_

The album was engineered by @coopss Gabriel Caplan, Jeff Abell of @pulse_recording_studio and Jeremy Pholwattana, mixed and mastered by Cooper Anderson with additional mixers Gabriel Caplan and @kenlewisproducer Additional producers on the album are JAMP Maestro Daniel Sapp Jr. and Kieth Jenkins. @dubmusiq @james_keith_jenkins

To our fellow @recordingacademy voting members, we respectfully ask for your consideration. ❤️🎶

🏆 THE GENERAL SOULS
RISE WHEN FALLEN DOWN
FOR BEST CHILDREN’S MUSIC ALBUM

#fyc #grammys #bestchildrensalbum #thegeneralsouls #risewhenfallendown

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Toile Acrylique 50x50cm "soul legends".
#soulmusic #barrywhite #marvingaye #jamesbrown #maasoner

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Darcy and Willow getting down to ‘D’ having a funky good time.

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We would like to share the chorus of our title track on this 25th anniversary of 9/11—to hold in our hearts the terror and tragedy of that day; and to acknowledge and celebrate the ways in which we have risen from the places where we have fallen.

May we remember those we lost, honor those who endured, and continue to find strength, connection, and hope in the years that follow.

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Can’t begin to process this special summer (or Instagram anymore?? 😂) but here’s a really great week & an even better question 🌞

Joy, nostalgia, grief, love, together xx

My world 💖

We saw this mama swan in April - we were there when we found out my grandma passed. Every time we’ve been back, she crosses the lake to come right to us. This time, with her new babies 🦢

Meme’s shirt 💖 she was our beach queen. Our first night back, I had the most vivid dream of her visiting.

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Wishing a continued Happy Birthday to co-producer on Rise When Fallen Down @djconnectofficial 🎉🎉

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‘Twas such a thrill last night to meet fellow southerner Fred Thomas, the former bass player for James Brown! Best grainy selfie of all time! 😍

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